Does it look better to the judge if one parent has an attorney over the other?

It may help you present your case better if you have an attorney. Consult with some family law attorneys in your area.

My spouse defaulted many years ago, but the person doing the divorce didn't finish it

Nunc Pro Tunc means that an order is granted on a date in the past. You need to tell the court what date and why it should be entered on a prior...

I got married to an american citizen in aug 25,2010 . My wife just left me because her family hates me and I want justice for it

I agree. You should consult with an experienced family law attorney to discuss your options.

Can I pursue custody? (sorry, but grammar will be sacrificed in favor of more detail in this post)

Is your custody order in California? If so, California still has jurisdiction if you still live here. You should contact an experienced family...

Is it ok for my ex and his attorney to miss the deadline to have me served with their response to OSC?

You can ask the Judge to refuse to consider the papers if they are filed and served late. Different Judges handle this differently. Contact an...

Can I take the paternal rights from my ex-husband when he is not the biological father?

This is a complicated situation and I'm not clear on the exact facts. You should consult an experienced family law lawyer right away. The husband...

How long does it take to hear from the courts about your default you filed?

The time required to process a default varies by court. Make sure you filed the proper forms with all attachments. You can ask the court clerk...

This is a common problem and involves control and boundaries more than law. There are court orders that can be obtained to facilitate...

How difficult is it to get a move-away in California?

Move away cases are complex and usually require the evaluation of a mental health professional. Do you have court ordered physical custody? ...

Can I get visitation rights (in a sped up process) in California?

You should file for custody/visitation in Florida. If the child is in California and an emergency arises, California may take emergency...